OLYMPIC VELOPARK
LONDON
UNITED KINGDOM, 2007
SPORT
PR–340
Inspired by land art, the project merges architecture and landscape.
PROGRAM
Velodrome, athletes’ area, media area, VIP area, administration, and temporary ancillary facilities for the 2012 Olympic Games.
DETAIL
Situation
Lower Lea Valley, London, United Kingdom
Year
2007
Status
International contest
Site area
15 ha
Project area
19 000 m²
Project management
Olympic Delivery Authority, London
Project implementation
Dominique Perrault, architecte, urbaniste
Landscape architect
Land Use Consultants Ltd
Design offices
Ove Arup & Partners Ltd., GUS Architekten Ingenieure
DESCRIPTION
The circular roof of the velodrome, which is accessible and covered with trees and shrubs, slopes down to become a high point in the landscape, offering a panoramic view of the Olympic complex and the city of London. Beneath this natural extension of the topography, a sculpted crater houses the cycling track and stands. Designed as a fluid experience, the venue can be enjoyed both above and below ground, breaking down any barriers between indoors and outdoors.
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